1. Japan's Audit Board found over 54 billion yen (approx. 352 million USD) was improperly spent, mainly on coronavirus-related subsidies.
2. The Industry Ministry and SME Support Japan were among the biggest offenders, with 22 billion yen (approx. 144 million USD) and 12 billion yen (approx. 79 million USD) respectively being misused.
3. The report also highlighted inappropriate subsidy payments at the Labor Ministry, where over 520 million yen (approx. 3.4 million USD) were given to job training schools through false claims and improper reporting.
2. The Industry Ministry and SME Support Japan were among the biggest offenders, with 22 billion yen (approx. 144 million USD) and 12 billion yen (approx. 79 million USD) respectively being misused.
3. The report also highlighted inappropriate subsidy payments at the Labor Ministry, where over 520 million yen (approx. 3.4 million USD) were given to job training schools through false claims and improper reporting.
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Japan's Audit Board revealed misuse of approximately 54 billion yen, primarily in coronavirus-related subsidies. Major offenders included the Industry Ministry and SME Support Japan, with alleged misappropriation amounting to 22 billion yen and 12 billion yen respectively. Furthermore, the Labor
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251105_21/#summary
Date: Nov. 5, 2025
Notes: 2025-11-05
Created: 2025/11/06 09:40
Updated: 2025/12/07 22:40
Last Read: 2025/11/06 10:24